Light & Wonder

iGaming:

If it’s iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, It’s all about the games, and our digital team leads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers.

Position Summary

Light & Wonder is the global leader in cross-platform games and entertainment. The company brings together 5,000 employees from six continents to connect content between land-based and digital channels with unmatched technology and distribution. Guided by a culture that values daring teamwork and creativity, Light & Wonder builds new worlds of play, developing game experiences loved by players around the globe. The company’s Infinity platform powers the largest digital-gaming network in the industry. Light & Wonder is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more, visit lnw.com.

We are looking for a Junior Engine Developer to join our team at Light & Wonder. In this role, you will help develop and maintain our backend game engines, contributing to the creation of top-quality online slot games. You will collaborate closely with game designers, mathematicians, and frontend developers to deliver engaging and innovative gaming experiences.

As part of our development team, you will implement the rules and mechanics of our online slot games. Familiarity with Java or another object-oriented programming language is recommended, along with the ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code. This position offers opportunities to expand your skills in game development and general programming, working on exciting projects that will challenge you and support your career growth.

Key Responsibilities

As a Junior Engine Developer, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining game engines for Light & Wonder digital games
• Writing comprehensive tests to ensure quality and reliability
• Creating technical and process documentation to share knowledge and best practices with the team
• Collaborating with game designers and mathematicians to implement game mechanics and features
• Working with frontend developers to ensure seamless integration of game engines with game clients
• Assisting the Quality Assurance team in testing and debugging games
• Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback to other developers
• Contributing to the development of tools and processes to improve the efficiency of the game development pipeline
• Actively participating in team meetings and supporting the overall success of the team

Qualifications

To succeed as a Junior Engine Developer, you should have:

• Familiarity with Java or another object-oriented programming language, with a strong understanding of OOP principles
• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms
• Good knowledge of design patterns and their appropriate use
• Familiarity with structured file formats such as XML and JSON
• Ability to use debugging tools and analyse logs
• Practical experience with Version Control Systems (VCS), such as Git
• Understanding of Agile software development methodologies and tools like Jira
• Familiarity with SSH and command-line tools
• Basic knowledge of SQL databases and SQL queries

Nice to Have

The following qualifications are a plus:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Understanding of online casino games and common game mechanics
• Experience with Java build tools such as Maven and its ecosystem
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python
• Experience with frontend technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and browser debugging tools
• Understanding of CI/CD processes and tools
• Familiarity with mathematical and statistical concepts
• Experience with Excel and basic spreadsheet functions
• Passion for programming and state-of-the-art technology

Join us at Light & Wonder and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of online gaming. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work on exciting projects that will challenge you and support your career development. If you are passionate about game development and eager to learn, we would love to hear from you!

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